Author Archives: writethesongs101

Joseph Habedank Shares a Little Encouragement

Posted on July 25, 2012

As a writer, especially a young writer, it can be very easy to get discouraged. Back in November of last year, I had a writing session scheduled for Monday of that particular week and another writing session scheduled for Tuesday … Continue reading →

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Bon Voyage`

Posted on July 11, 2012

Just wanted to let everyone know that, for the next two weeks, I’ll be out of touch (Spare me the smart remarks). Now I’m in Edmonton Canada and will be headed over to Red Deer this afternoon.  It’s hit or … Continue reading →

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Stuck In a Rhyme Rut?

Posted on July 9, 2012

Streets of gold, days of old, where we’ll never grow old, stories untold, hmmm… what else can we get to rhyme with that line? Have you ever been stuck on a line that demanded you find a word that says … Continue reading →

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A Little Time With Scotty Inman

Posted on July 6, 2012

Growing up the son of a Gospel Singer, ultimately, helped shape my love for the music. I remember early in life writing or “making up” songs from time to time and singing them for the family. It wasn’t until 2002 … Continue reading →

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Cherish The Time

Posted on July 5, 2012

Yesterday we celebrated our independence. We woke up with nothing on the agenda but a movie, a cookout and some fireworks. These kinds of days excite me. I love to have fun. Me and Jules headed on over to the … Continue reading →

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Demos for Dummies

Posted on July 3, 2012

The one thing every writer dreams of is having his or her song chosen and recorded. I don’t suppose there’s a feeling quite like hearing all of those things you heard in your head when you were creating that song … Continue reading →

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Don’t Chase Rabbits

Posted on July 2, 2012

Everybody’s familiar with the preacher who strays from his sermon and goes to chasing rabbits.  He might have set out to preach a word on grace and forgiveness and, before you know it, the message has turned to tattoos, shorts … Continue reading →

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The Story Behind the Song – Rodney Griffin

Posted on June 29, 2012

THE SPIRIT OF BROKENNESS (Written in 1996) Every writer has a favorite song that they’ve written, and this is mine. No it’s not the fastest, highest or loudest, but it’s my favorite. The reason is simple…I’ll always have a need … Continue reading →

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Hook Lines and Singers

Posted on June 28, 2012

If you are a writer of songs, you are aware of the term “Hook line”.  It’s an important part of writing successful songs but it’s not always the necessary formula.  We’ll get to that in a moment. Let’s talk about … Continue reading →

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Another Child’s Coming Home

Posted on June 27, 2012

Often folks will ask what inspired me to write certain songs.  Here’s one that came to me unlike any other song I’ve ever written. I have the privilege of being hired, nearly on a monthly basis, to go to Asheville … Continue reading →

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